FORTERRA BUILDING PRODUCTS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
24Very Poor
1.4vs last year
#4396 in UK
#235 in Supply Chain
#219 in East Midlands

Company Information

Company Number
08960430
Registered Address
5 Grange Park Court, Roman Way, Northampton, NN4 5EA
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,767
Turnover
£455,500,000
EBITDA
£86,000,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
26 March 2014
Nature of Business
23320 - Manufacture of bricks, tiles and construction products, in baked clay
Industries
Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
East Midlands

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
63 days
Shortest Period:60 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
8%
31-60 Days
38%
After 60 Days
54%
Not Paid Within Terms75%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-07-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202528 Jul 2025638%38%54%75%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202430 Jan 20256210%34%56%77%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202429 Jul 20246210%34%56%92%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20245917%36%47%18%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202325 Jul 20236018%36%46%30%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202129 Jan 20225720%35%45%32%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202029 Jul 20205817%35%48%41%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201929 Jul 20195522%36%42%26%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20195721%36%43%34%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201828 Jul 20186316%35%49%51%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Forterra's standard payment terms are 60 days from the end of month of a correct, undisputed and properly due VAT invoice

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

In the event a dispute with another party Forterra will engage with that party in good faith to establish the full grounds of any such dispute, with a view to reaching settlement as swiftly as possible. Initial queries are dealt with by our accounts payable department who will then liaise with the appropriate site or department to resolve the query. If resolution is not possible in this way the dispute will be escalated to senior management.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

Forterra Building Products Limited is a leading manufacturer and supplier of building materials and solutions in the United Kingdom. The company has a strong focus on sustainability and offers a wide range of sustainable products and services.

The company's sustainability program is centered around reducing its environmental impact and promoting responsible and ethical practices. This includes using recycled materials in their production processes, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting waste reduction and recycling.

Forterra's product portfolio includes a variety of building materials such as bricks, blocks, precast concrete, and clay roof tiles. These products are known for their durability, high quality, and sustainable features. The company also offers a range of services including technical support, design and engineering services, and project management.

The key people at Forterra Building Products Limited include CEO Stephen Harrison, who has extensive experience in the building materials industry, and CFO Shatish Dasani, who brings valuable financial expertise to the company.

The company can be contacted through their website, which provides detailed information about their products and services, as well as their sustainability efforts. Their registered office address is Forterra House, 5 Bute Street, London, E1 7EP, United Kingdom.

In summary, Forterra Building Products Limited is a reputable company in the UK building industry, with a strong focus on sustainability. Their range of sustainable products and services, along with their dedicated team of professionals, make them a reliable choice for all building needs.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£34,300,000
Net Worth
£244,600,000
Total Current Assets
£168,700,000
Total Current Liabilities
£107,200,000

Company Location